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Maintenance
 When cleaning underneath the car,
give particular attention to the compo-
nents under the fenders and other
areas that are hidden from view. Do a
thorough job; just dampening the accu-
mulated mud rather than washing it
away will accelerate corrosion rather
than prevent it. Water under high pres-
sure and steam are particularly effec-
tive in removing accumulated mud and
corrosive materials.
 When cleaning lower door panels,
rocker panels and frame members, be
sure that drain holes are kept open so
that moisture can escape and not be
trapped inside to accelerate corrosion.
Keep your garage dry
Don't park your car in a damp, poorly
ventilated garage. This creates a favor-
able environment for corrosion. This is
particularly true if you wash your car in
the garage or drive it into the garage
when it is still wet or covered with snow,
ice or mud. Even a heated garage can
contribute to corrosion unless it is well
ventilated so moisture is dispersed.Keep paint and trim in good condition
Scratches or chips in the finish should be
covered with "touch-up" paint as soon as
possible to reduce the possibility of cor-
rosion. If bare metal is showing through,
the attention of a qualified body and paint
shop is recommended.
Bird droppings : Bird droppings are high-
ly corrosive and may damage painted
surfaces in just a few hours. Always
remove bird droppings as soon as possi-
ble.
Don't neglect the interior
Moisture can collect under the floor mats
and carpeting to cause corrosion. Check
under the mats periodically to be sure
the carpeting is dry. Use particular care if
you carry fertilizers, cleaning materials or
chemicals in the car.
These should be carried only in proper
containers and any spills or leaks should
be cleaned up, flushed with clean water
and thoroughly dried.
Interior careInterior general precautions Prevent chemicals such as perfume, cos-
metic oil, sun cream, hand cleaner, and
air freshener from contacting the interior
parts because they may cause damage
or discoloration. If they do contact the
interior parts, wipe them off immediately.
See the instructions that follow for the
proper way to clean vinyl.
CAUTION
 Never allow water or other liquids
to come in contact with electri-
cal/electronic components inside
the vehicle as this may damage
them.
 When cleaning leather products
(steering wheel, seats etc.), use
neutral detergents or low alcohol
content solutions. If you use high
alcohol content solutions or
acid/alkaline detergents, the color
of the leather may fade or the sur-
face may get stripped off.
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Maintenance72 7Cleaning the upholstery and interior
trim Vinyl
Remove dust and loose dirt from vinyl
with a whisk broom or vacuum cleaner.
Clean vinyl surfaces with a vinyl cleaner.
Fabric
Remove dust and loose dirt from fabric
with a whisk broom or vacuum cleaner.
Clean with a mild soap solution recom-
mended for upholstery or carpets.
Remove fresh spots immediately with a
fabric spot cleaner. If fresh spots do not
receive immediate attention, the fabric
can be stained and its color can be
affected. Also, its fire-resistant properties
can be reduced if the material is not
properly maintained.
Cleaning the lap/shoulder belt web-
bing Clean the belt webbing with any mild
soap solution recommended for cleaning
upholstery or carpet. Follow the instruc-
tions provided with the soap. Do not
bleach or re-dye the webbing because
this may weaken it.Cleaning the interior window glass If the interior glass surfaces of the vehi-
cle become fogged (that is, covered with
an oily, greasy or waxy film), they should
be cleaned with glass cleaner. Follow the
directions on the glass cleaner container.
CAUTION
Using anything but recommended
cleaners and procedures may affect
the fabric’s appearance and fire-
resistant properties.
CAUTION
Do not scrape or scratch the inside
of the rear window. This may result
in damage to the rear window
defroster grid.
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Maintenance
EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEMThe emission control system of your
vehicle is covered by a written limited
warranty. Please see the warranty infor-
mation contained in the Owner’s
Handbook & Warranty Information book-
let in your vehicle.
Your vehicle is equipped with an emis-
sion control system to meet all applicable
emission regulations.
There are three emission control sys-
tems, as follows.
(1) Crankcase emission control system
(2) Evaporative emission control system
(3) Exhaust emission control system
In order to assure the proper function of
the emission control systems, it is rec-
ommended that you have your car
inspected and maintained by an author-
ized HYUNDAI dealer in accordance with
the maintenance schedule in this manu-
al.Caution for the Inspection and
Maintenance Test (With Electronic
Stability Control (ESC) system)
 To prevent the vehicle from misfir-
ing during dynamometer testing,
turn the Electronic Stability Control
(ESC) system off by pressing the
ESC switch.
 After dynamometer testing is com-
pleted, turn the ESC system back on
by pressing the ESC switch again.
1. Crankcase emission control
systemThe positive crankcase ventilation sys-
tem is employed to prevent air pollution
caused by blow-by gases being emitted
from the crankcase. This system supplies
fresh filtered air to the crankcase through
the air intake hose. Inside the crankcase,
the fresh air mixes with blow-by gases,
which then pass through the PCV valve
into the induction system.2. Evaporative emission control
(including ORVR: Onboard
Refueling Vapor Recovery)
systemThe Evaporative Emission Control
System is designed to prevent fuel
vapors from escaping into the atmos-
phere.
(The ORVR system is designed to allow
the vapors from the fuel tank to be
loaded into a canister while refueling at
the gas station, preventing the escape of
fuel vapors into the atmosphere.)
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8
Dimensions / 8-2
Bulb wattage / 8-2
Tires and wheels / 8-3
Recommended lubricants and capacities / 8-4
Vehicle identification number (VIN) / 8-6
Vehicle certification label / 8-6
Tire specification and pressure label / 8-7
Engine number / 8-7
Consumer information / 8-8
Reporting safety defects / 8-9
Binding arbitration / 8-9
Specifications, Consumer information,
Reporting safety defects
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Specifications, Consumer information, Reporting safety defects4 8RECOMMENDED LUBRICANTS AND CAPACITIES To help achieve proper engine and powertrain performance and durability, use only lubricants of the proper quality. The correct
lubricants also help promote engine efficiency that results in improved fuel economy.These lubricants and fluids are recommended for use in your vehicle.*1Refer to the recommended SAE viscosity numbers on the next page.
*2Engine oils labeled Energy Conserving Oil are now available. Along with other additional benefits, they contribute to fuel economy by reducing
the amount of fuel necessary to overcome engine friction. Often, these improvements are difficult to measure in everyday driving, but in a year’s
time, they can offer significant cost and energy savings.
*3If the API service SM engine oil is not available in your country, you are able to use API service SL.
Lubricant
Volume
Classification
Engine oil
*1 *2
(drain and refill)
Recommends
2.0 TGDI
4.86 US qt. (4.6 l)
API Service SM,
ILSAC GF-4, ACEA A5 or above*
3
2.4 GDI
API Service SM*
3,
ILSAC GF-4 or above
Manual transaxle fluid
1.90 US qt. (1.8 l)
API GL-4, SAE 75W/85
Automatic transaxle fluid
7.50 US qt. (7.1 l)
MICHANG ATF SP-IV, SK ATF SP-IV
NOCA ATF SP-IV, HYUNDAI genuine ATF SP-IV or other
brands meeting the above specification approved by
Hyundai Motor Co.,
Coolant
6.97 US qt. (6.6 l)
Mixture of antifreeze and water (Ethylene glycol base
coolant for aluminum radiator)
Brake/clutch fluid
0.7~0.8 US qt.
(0.7~0.8 l)
FMVSS116 DOT-3 or DOT-4
Fuel
18.49 US gal. (70 l)
Unleaded gasoline
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Specifications, Consumer information, Reporting safety defects
Recommended SAE viscosity
number
Engine oil viscosity (thickness) has an
effect on fuel economy and cold weather
operating (engine start and engine oil
flowability). Lower viscosity engine oils
can provide better fuel economy and cold
weather performance, however, higher
viscosity engine oils are required for sat-
isfactory lubrication in hot weather. Using
oils of any viscosity other than those rec-
ommended could result in engine dam-
age.When choosing an oil, consider the range
of temperature your vehicle will be oper-
ated in before the next oil change.
Proceed to select the recommended oil
viscosity from the chart.
CAUTION
Always be sure to clean the area
around any filler plug, drain plug, or
dipstick before checking or drain-
ing any lubricant. This is especially
important in dusty or sandy areas
and when the vehicle is used on
unpaved roads. Cleaning the plug
and dipstick areas will prevent dirt
and grit from entering the engine
and other mechanisms that could
be damaged.
*1. For better fuel economy, it is recommended to use the engine oil
of a viscosity grade SAE 5W-20 (API SM / ILSAC GF-4). However,
if the engine oil is not available in your country, select the proper
engine oil using the engine oil viscosity chart.
Temperature Range for SAE Viscosity Numbers
Temperature
-30 -20 -10 0 10 20 30 40 50
-10 0 20 40 60 80 100 120
Engine Oil
(2.0 TGDI) Engine Oil
(2.4 GDI) *
1
10W-30
5W-20, 5W-30
°C
(°F)
5W-30, 5W-40
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Specifications, Consumer information, Reporting safety defects
If you believe that your vehicle has a
defect which could cause a crash or
could cause injury or death, you should
immediately inform the National Highway
Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) in
addition to notifying HYUNDAI MOTOR
AMERICA. If NHTSA receives similar
complaints, it may open an investigation,
and if it finds that a safety defect exists in
a group of vehicles, it may order a recall
and remedy campaign. However, NHTSA
cannot become involved in individual
problems between you, your dealer, or
HYUNDAI MOTOR AMERICA.
To contact NHTSA, you may call the
Vehicle Safety Hotline toll-free at 1-888-
327-4236 (TTY: 1-800-424-9153); go to
http://www.safercar.gov; or write to:
Administrator, NHTSA, 1200 New Jersey
Avenue, SE West Building Washington,
DC 20590. You can also obtain other
information about motor vehicle safety
from http://www.safercar.gov.Any claim or dispute you may have relat-
ed to your vehicle's warranty or the duties
contemplated under the warranty, includ-
ing claims related to the refund or partial
refund of your vehicle's purchase price
(excluding personal injury or product lia-
bility claims), shall be resolved by binding
arbitration. Binding arbitration shall be
administered by and through the American
Arbitration Association (AAA).
You will not be responsible for paying fil-
ing and hearing fees above $275.00. All
other arbitration costs shall be borne by
Hyundai Motor America. You are not
responsible to pay any of the costs
Hyundai incurs.
This Binding Arbitration Agreement shall
not deprive you of any remedies avail-
able to you under applicable law. The
parties are waiving their right to seek
remedies in court, including the right to a
jury trial.This Binding Arbitration Agreement shall
be governed by and interpreted under
the Federal Arbitration Act, 9 U.S.C. sec-
tions 1-16. Judgment upon any award
may be entered in any court having juris-
diction.
You may revoke this Arbitration
Agreement by (1) written notice or (2)
electronic notice. Written notice must be
delivered (via certified mail) to Hyundai
Motor America, Attn: Consumer Affairs,
10550 Talbert Avenue, P.O. Box 20849,
Fountain Valley, CA 92728-0849.
Electronic notice must be submitted at
the following website address: http://war-
ranty-arbitration.hyundaiUSA.com.
Notice must be received within 90 days
after you purchase your vehicle.REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS
BINDING ARBITRATION (U.S.A ONLY)
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Index2I
Active ECO system ·······················································5-35
Air bags··········································································3-37
Air bag warning label················································3-63
Air bag warning light ················································3-40
Curtain air bag···························································3-54
Driver's and passenger's front air bag ·······················3-49
Occupant classification system ·································3-44
Side impact air bag····················································3-53
SRS components and functions ································3-40
Air cleaner ·····································································7-29
Alarm system ·································································4-14
Antenna (glass) ····························································4-112
Anti-lock brake system (ABS) ······································5-24
Appearance care·····························································7-67
Exterior care ······························································7-67
Interior care ·······························································7-71
Armrest ··········································································3-13
Audio system ·······························································4-112
Glass antenna···························································4-112
Steering wheel audio control···································4-112
Automatic climate control system ·································4-93
Air conditioning ························································4-98
Automatic heating and air conditioning····················4-94
Manual heating and air conditioning ························4-95Automatic transaxle ·······················································5-14
Ignition key interlock system ····································5-19
Paddle shifter·····························································5-17
Shift lock system ·······················································5-18
Sports mode·······························································5-17
Battery············································································7-34
Battery saver function····················································4-72
Before driving ··································································5-3
Binding arbitration ···························································8-9
Bottle holders, see cup holders ····································4-107
Brake system··································································5-21
Anti-lock brake system (ABS) ··································5-24
Electronic stability control (ESC) ·····························5-26
Parking brake ····························································5-22
Power brakes ·····························································5-21
Brakes/clutch fluid ·························································7-26
Bulb replacement ···························································7-59
Bulb wattage ····································································8-2
Button start/stop, see engine start/stop button·················5-7A
B
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Displays, see instrument cluster ····································4-50
Display illumination, see instrument panel
illumination ·······························································4-51
Door locks······································································4-18
Central door lock switch ···········································4-19
Child-protector rear door lock ··································4-21
Drink holders, see cup holders ····································4-107
Driver's 3-point system with emergency locking
retractor ·····································································3-19
Driver's air bag·······························································3-49
Driving at night······························································5-39
Driving in flooded areas ················································5-40
Driving in the rain ·························································5-40
Economical operation ····················································5-36
EDR, see Vehicle data collection and event data
recorders ······································································1-6
Electronic stability control (ESC) ·································5-26
Electric chromic mirror (ECM) with HomeLink system
and compass ······························································4-41
Electric power steering ··················································4-39
Emergency starting ··························································6-4
Jump starting ·······························································6-4
Push starting ································································6-5
Emergency while driving·················································6-2Emission control system ················································7-73
Crankcase emission control system ··························7-73
Evaporative emission control System ·······················7-73
Exhaust emission control system ······························7-74
Engine compartment ················································2-4, 7-2
Engine coolant ·······························································7-24
Engine number ·································································8-7
Engine oil ·······································································7-22
Engine overheats······························································6-6
Engine start/stop button ···················································5-7
Engine temperature gauge ·············································4-52
Engine will not start·························································6-3
Evaporative emission control System ···························7-73
Exhaust emission control system···································7-74
Explanation of scheduled maintenance items ···············7-19
Exterior care···································································7-67
Flat tire ···········································································6-12
Changing tires ···························································6-13
Compact spare tire ····················································6-18
Jack and tools ····························································6-12
Removing and storing the spare tire ·························6-13
Floor mat anchor(s)······················································4-110
Fluid
Washer fluid ······························································7-27
Brakes/clutch fluid ····················································7-26E
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Rear seat·········································································3-11
Rearview camera ···························································4-71
Recommended cold tire inflation pressures ··················7-37
Recommended lubricants and capacities ·························8-4
Recommended SAE viscosity number························8-5
Remote keyless entry ·····················································4-12
Replacement light bulb ··················································7-59
Reporting safety defects ··················································8-9
Road warning ···································································6-2
Rocking the vehicle ·······················································5-38
Scheduled maintenance service ·······································7-7
Normal maintenance schedule ····································7-8
Maintenance under severe usage conditions ·············7-18
Seat belts ········································································3-17
Driver's 3-point system with emergency locking
retractor ···································································3-19
Front passenger and rear seat 3-point system with
combination locking retractor ·································3-21
Pre-tensioner seat belt ···············································3-23
Seat belt warning·······················································3-18
Seat warmer ····························································3-9, 3-12
Seatback pocket ·····························································3-10Seats ·················································································3-2
Armrest ······································································3-13
Headrest ·····························································3-7, 3-11
Folding the rear seat ··················································3-14
Front seat adjustment - manual ···································3-4
Front seat adjustment - power ·····································3-5
Lumbar support ···························································3-7
Rear seat ····································································3-11
Seatback pocket·························································3-10
Seat warmer ·······················································3-9, 3-12
Shift lock system ···························································5-18
Side impact air bag ························································3-53
Smart key ·········································································4-6
Smooth cornering···························································5-39
Snow tires ······································································5-42
Spare tire
Compact spare tire ····················································6-18
Compact spare tire replacement ································7-42
Removing and storing the spare tire ·························6-13
Special driving conditions ·············································5-38
Driving at night ·························································5-39
Driving in flooded areas············································5-40
Driving in the rain ·····················································5-40
Hazardous driving conditions ···································5-38
Highway driving························································5-41
Rocking the vehicle···················································5-38
Smooth cornering ······················································5-39
Speedometer···································································4-51RS
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